The FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinals have begun, featuring eight teams competing for the title in North America. This edition of the World Cup is the largest in history, initially featuring 48 teams, but now fewer than half remain in contention as the tournament enters its fourth week.

Four of the last eight teams were confirmed on the second day of the round of 16, with some nations securing comfortable victories and others advancing after late challenges.

The quarterfinal match schedule is as follows:

These matches highlight the global reach of the tournament, with venues spread across the United States and Canada.

Sources

Information sourced from Al Jazeera.